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CIS 06-1183 Occupational exposure limits for chemicals in Spain 2006
Límites de exposición profesional para agentes químicos en España 2006 [in Spanish]
Following an introduction reviewing current Spanish and European regulations, this booklet contains the following sections: objectives and scope; definitions; different types of exposure limits; list of substances and their exposure limits; carcinogenic or mutagenic chemicals; sensitizing agents; exposure limits currently being currently revised; general considerations concerning biological threshold limits; biological threshold limits; biological threshold limits currently being revised; methods of sampling an analysis. Appendices include: list of chemicals by CAS number; risk phrases; notes to tables. Replaces CIS 05-398.
Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 2006. 203p. 13 ref.
http://www.mtas.es/insht/practice/vlas.htm [in Spanish]

CIS 06-912 Cohen R., Steinmaus C., Quinlan P., Ku R., Cooper M., Roberts T.
Development of Permissible Exposure Limits: The California experience
The California OSHA Airborne Contaminant Advisory Committee reviewed several hundred substances and recommended occupational exposure limits for the protection of workers and employers. The model used offers important benefits. First, by allowing open meetings, the process was transparent, and input could be offered by concerned stakeholders. Second, the process was data-driven and, therefore, less susceptible to bias and error. Third, by incorporating members with backgrounds in toxicology, epidemiology, risk assessment, occupational medicine, and industrial hygiene, the process fostered a thorough and diverse assessment of substances. [Abstract supplied by the journal]
International Journal of Occupational and Environmental Health, July-Sep. 2006, Vol.12, No.3, p.242-247. 3 ref.
http://www.ijoeh.com/pfds/IJOEH_1203_Cohen.pdf [in English]

2005

CIS 07-1129 Skowroń J.
Cyclohexyl isocyanate: Documentation of maximum admissible values for occupational exposure
Izocyjanian cykloheksylu: Dokumentacja proponowanych wartości dopuszczalnych wielkości narżenia zawodowego [in Polish]
Cyclohexyl isocyanate (CHI) is a colourless to pale yellow liquid. It is used as a chemical intermediate in the production of drugs, pesticides, amines, ureas and other carbamoyl compounds. The vapour phases of CHI are strongly irritating to the eyes, skin and mucous membranes. Typical symptoms include breathlessness, dry cough, difficulty in breathing and possibly coughing up blood. Like other isocyanates, CHI may cause skin and respiratory sensitization. Due to the similarity of CHI to other isocyanates, the Expert Group has established the value of 0.04 mg/m³ as a maximum exposure limit (MAC). The notations I (irritation) and A (sensitization) should also be included.
Podstawy i Metody Oceny Środowiska Pracy, 2005, Vol.46, No.4, p.71-82. 21 ref.

CIS 07-622 Pletscher C., Jost M.
Exposure limit values at the place of work - Possibilities, limits, novelties
Valeurs limites d'exposition aux postes de travail - Possibilités, limites, innovations [in French]
A new edition of threshold limit values for exposures at the place of work was published in Switzerland in 2005. In addition to a number of substances appearing for the first time and changes in some of the values, the list now includes the classification of CMRs (carcinogens, mutagens and reprotoxic) substances. This article explains the concept of threshold limit values at the place of work as well as the CMR classification.
Communications de la CFST, June 2005, No. 59, p.3-8. Illus. 9 ref.
http://www.ekas.ch/communication-fr.php?download=789&1166195952 [in French]

CIS 06-1255 Occupational exposure limit values and measures against air contaminants [Sweden]
Hygieniska gränsvärden och åtgärder mot luftföroreningar [in Swedish]
This document consists of two parts. Part 1: Provisions of the Arbetsmiljöverket (Swedish Work Environment Authority) on occupational exposure limit values and measures against air contaminants. These provisions are issued under the authority of the 1977 Work Environment Act (CIS 79-296), and they implement in Sweden a number of EU directives, including 98/24/EC (CIS 98-1094). They apply to all activities where air contaminants (dust, smoke, mist, gas or vapour - but not microbiological agents) may occur. Contents: control of air contaminants; measures following an exposure measurement; reporting and documentation of measurement of air contaminants; permits and registers. In appendices: list of limit values for about 450 substances (for each substance: year when it was included in the list, CAS number, level and ceiling limit values, short-term value, notes); remarks and definitions connected with the list; indicative EC occupational exposure limit values. Ordinance AFS 2000:3 on the same subject is repealed. Part 2: General recommendations of the Arbetsmiljöverket on the implementation of the Provisions in Part 1. Contents: background; application of limit values; EC and Swedish limit values; interactive effects; special considerations (long working day, work load, carcinogens, sensitizing substances, percutaneous uptake, substances causing reproductive disturbances); biological control of exposure; control of air contaminants; measurements; planning and conduct of measurements; guidance on specific issues. In appendices: calculation method for measuring contaminant concentration and health effect; CAS number index; glossary.
Arbetsmiljöverket, Publikationsservice, Box 1300, 171 25 Solna, Sweden, 2005. 122p (Swedish), 132p. (English). Illus. Bibl.ref.
http://www.arbetsmiljoarbete.se/dokument/afs/AFS2005_17.pdf [in Swedish]
http://www.arbetsmiljoarbete.se/dokument/inenglish/legislations/eng0517.pdf [in English]

CIS 06-1430 Toxicological data sheets
Fiches toxicologiques [in French]
CD-ROM including the complete collection of 256 data sheets published by the Institut national de recherche et de sécurité (INRS). These data sheets provide a technical and regulatory synthesis of information on hazards related to a product or a group of products. This electronic media allows several query modes: by product name, CAS registry number, regulatory identification number (EINECS and Index) and data sheet number. It also contains labelling pictograms in colour. Topics covered by each data sheet: uses; physical and chemical properties; methods of detection and determination in air; fire hazards; pathology and toxicology; current French occupational safety and health regulations in areas of occupational safety and hygiene, protection of the environment and transport; technical and medical recommendations. Replaces CIS 02-1407.
Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France, Nov. 2005. CD-ROM can be read on Macintosh System X, Windows 98 or more recent. Price: EUR 20.00.

CIS 06-930
Inter-Organization Programme for the Sound Management of Chemicals
OECD initial assessment reports for high-production volume chemicals including screening information data sets (SIDS)
This CD-ROM contains assessment reports and screening information data for high-volume production chemicals in PDF format. For each chemical, the following data are provided: general substance information; information on exposure and use; physical chemical data; environmental fate and pathways; ecotoxicity data; human health data, including experience with human exposure if available. Where relevant, data on regulatory measures are included. The web browser interface allows the substances to be searched by CAS number or by substance name. Replaces CIS 04-181.
United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), 11-13 chemin des Anémones, 1219 Châtelaine, Genève, Switzerland, Oct. 2005. CD-ROM.

CIS 06-898 Gołofit-Szymczak M.
4,4'-Methylenedianiline: Documentation of maximum admissible values for occupational exposure
4,4'-Metylenodianilina: Dokumentacja proponowanych wartości dopuszczalnych wielkości narażenia zawodowego [in Polish]
4,4'-Methylenodianiline (MDA) exists as colourless to pale yellow crystalline flakes. Occupational exposure to MDA occurs by dermal, oral and inhalation routes. MDA is a hepatotoxic agent. Acute human exposure to MDA results in liver damage, cholangitis and centrilobular cholestasis. Chronic exposure also causes liver damage. The Expert Group has recommended a TLV of 0.8 mg/m³ for 4,4' -methylenodianiline. A skin notation and a carcinogen notation (probably carcinogenic to humans) are also assigned.
Podstawy i Metody Oceny Środowiska Pracy, 2005, Vol.44, No.2, p.131-161. 78 ref.

CIS 06-897 Soćko R., Czerczak S.
Ethyl acrylate: Documentation of maximum admissible values for occupational exposure
Akrylan etylu: Dokumentacja proponowanych wartosci dopuszczalnych wielkosci narazenia zawodowego [in Polish]
Ethyl acrylate is a colourless liquid with an acrid odour. Liquid and vapour phases of ethyl acrylate are irritating to the eyes, the skin and mucous membranes. Prolonged inhalation exposure to ethyl acrylate produces drowsiness, headache and nausea. Limited data indicate the potential for ethyl acrylate to produce skin sensitization. Based on animal data for chronic irritation, a value of 20 mg/m³ was established as the maximum exposure limit value for ethyl acrylate. The suggested STEAL value is 40 mg/m³. Notations for skin absorption, irritant and sensitizer are also assigned.
Podstawy i Metody Oceny Środowiska Pracy, 2005, Vol.44, No.2, p.5-28. Illus. 70 ref.

CIS 06-896 Czerczak S., Szymczak W., Lebrecht G., Hanke W.
Diesel exhaust: Documentation of maximum admissible values for occupational exposure
Spaliny silnika Diesla: Dokumentacja proponowanych wartości dopuszczalnych wielkości narażenia zawodowego [in Polish]
Diesel exhaust contains products of complete combustion such as nitrogen, carbon dioxide and of incomplete combustion such as nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons, aldehydes, phenols and sulphur compounds, which can cause irritation to the upper respiratory tract. Diesel exhaust also produces submicron-sized particles that cause soiling and poor visibility. These particles have been regarded as presenting only a minimal health risk, however, the presence of carcinogens adsorbed on the particles has raised concerns about the potential for lung cancer from exposure to diesel exhaust. Data from studies on carcinogenic effects in laboratory animals were considered to establish MAC values for diesel exhaust. A linear model was used in assessing the risk to workers. The MAC value for diesel exhaust was calculated to be 0.5 mg/m³.
Podstawy i Metody Oceny Środowiska Pracy, 2005, Vol.45, No.3, p.89-133. Illus. 81 ref.

CIS 06-895 Zapór L.
Benzothiazole: Documentation of maximum admissible values for occupational exposure
Benzotiazol: Dokumentacja proponowanych wartości dopuszczalnych wielkości narażenia zawodowego [in Polish]
Benzothiazole is a yellow liquid with an unpleasant odour similar to quinoline. Occupational exposure through inhalation or dermal contact occurs mostly at rubber processing facilities and during asphalt paving. No data is available on the toxicity of benzothiazole in humans. Acute toxicity testing in laboratory animals revealed effects on the central nervous system and liver. Based on an LOAEL value of 135 mg/kg and on uncertainty factors, a MAC (TWA) value has been calculated at 20 mg/m3. A skin notation is also considered appropriate.
Podstawy i Metody Oceny Środowiska Pracy, 2005, Vol.45, No.3, p.37-48. 21 ref.

CIS 06-894 Kupczewska-Dobecka M., Czerczak S.
Hydroxypropyl acrylate - mixture of isomers: Documentation of maximum admissible values for occupational exposure
Akrylan hydroksypropylu - mieszanina izomerów: Dokumentacja proponowanych wartości dopuszczalnych wielkości narażenia zawodowego [in Polish]
Hydroxypropyl acrylate (HPA) is a mixture of isomers: 2-hydroxypropyl acrylate and 2-hydroxy-1-methylethyl acrylate. HPA has been used in the manufacture of thermosetting resins for surface coatings. The substance causes moderate burns and contact allergy has been reported in exposed workers. Results of animal experiments indicate that HPA is of moderate to low toxicity. Based on indications of ocular, nasal and upper respiratory tract irritation in animals after repeated HPA inhalation, an 8-h TWA value of 2.8 mg/m³ is recommended. In order to minimize irritation symptoms, a STEL of 6 mg/m@m3 is recommended. Notations C (corrosive), S (skin absorption) and A (sensitizer) are also assigned.
Podstawy i Metody Oceny Środowiska Pracy, 2005, Vol.45, No.3, p.5-18.Illus. 34 ref.

CIS 06-936 Turney T.
Getting the measure
The Noise at Work Regulations 2005 due to be implemented in April 2006 in the United Kingdom specify lower permissible noise exposure limits than the earlier Noise at Work Regulations 1989 (see CIS 90-21). If risk assessment shows that employees are likely to be exposed to noise above the action level of 87 dB(A), then measuring the noise level for these individuals is essential. This article discusses the issue of noise measurement and explains how to conduct a noise survey using sound level meters and noise dosimeters.
Safety and Health Practitioner, Aug. 2005, Vol.23, No.8, p.36-38. Illus. 2 ref.

CIS 06-676 Augustyńska D., Pośniak M.
Harmful factors in the working environment: Occupational exposure limits 2005
Czynniki szkodliwe w środowisku pracy: wartości dopuszczalne 2005 [in Polish]
This publication sets out requirements relating to the working environment and lists occupational exposure limits for chemical and physical agents in Poland. Requirements for hazard evaluation and the measurement of levels of harmful agents in the workplace are also presented.
Centralny Instytut Ochrony Pracy - Państwowy Instytut Badawczy, ul. Czerniakowska 16, 00-701 Warszawa, Poland, 2005. 338p. Illus.

CIS 06-686 Toxicological data sheets
Fiches toxicologiques [in French]
CD-ROM including the complete collection of the 256 data sheets published by the French National Research and Safety Institute (INRS), current as of the third quarter of 2005. These data sheets provide technical and regulatory synthesis of information on hazards related to a product or a group of products. Topics covered by each data sheet: uses; physical and chemical properties; methods of detection and determination in air; fire hazards; pathology and toxicology; current French regulations in the areas of occupational safety and hygiene, protection of the environment and transport; technical and medical recommendations. (Replaces CIS 02-1407).
Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France, 2005. CD-ROM readable on Macintosh or PC. Price: EUR 20.00.

CIS 06-679
Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft
List of MAK and BAT values 2005
This report lists maximum permissible workplace concentrations and biological tolerance values of chemical substances in Germany. Contents of the 2005 edition: significance, use and derivation of MAK values (maximum concentrations - maximale Arbeitsplatz-Konzentration); lists of substances with MAK values; carcinogenic substances; sensitizing substances; aerosols; limitation of exposure peaks; skin absorption; MAK values and pregnancy; germ cell mutagens; substances requiring special consideration; significance and use of biological tolerance (BAT) values; list of substances with BAT values; biological guideline values (Biologischer Arbeitsstoff-Toleranz-Wert - BLW). (Replaces CIS 03-1831).
Wiley-VCH Verlag GmbH & Co. KG, 69451 Weinheim, Germany, 2005. 253p. Illus. Includes CD-ROM.

CIS 06-402 NIOSH pocket guide to chemical hazards
This guide presents key information and data in abbreviated tabular form for 677 chemicals or substance groupings commonly found in the work environment. It includes information on chemical structures or formulas, identification codes, synonyms, exposure limits, chemical and physical properties, incompatibilities and reactivity, measurement methods, respirator recommendations, routes and symptoms of exposure and procedures for emergency treatment. Appendices cover additional requirements for carcinogens.
Publications Dissemination, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), 4676 Columbia Parkway, Cincinnati, OH 45226-1998, USA, Sep. 2005. xxx, 424p. Also available in CD-Rom and on the NIOSH website.
http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/npg/pdfs/2005-149.pdf [in English]
http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/npg/ [in English]

CIS 06-134 Rydzyński K., Gromadzińska J.
Sulfur tetrafluoride: Documentation of maximum admissible values for occupational exposure
Tetrafluorek siarki: Dokumentacja proponowanych wartości dopuszczalnych wielkości narażenia zawodowego [in Polish]
Sulfur tetrafluoride (SF4) is a colourless, nonflammable gas, very active and corrosive with a sulphur-dioxide-like odour. It is used in many technological processes and is a degradation product of sulfur hexafluoride: a substance used as an isolation material in condensers, cables and transformers. SF4 causes irritation of the respiratory tract. A TLV value of 0.5 mg/m³ and a short-term exposure limit of 1.0 mg/m³ are proposed.
Podstawy i Metody Oceny Środowiska Pracy, 2005, Vol.43, No.1, p.129-138. 14 ref.

CIS 06-133 Rydzyński K., Kuchowicz E.
Bromine pentafluoride: Documentation of maximum admissible values for occupational exposure
Pentafluorek bromu: Dokumentacja proponowanych wartości dopuszczalnych wielkości narażenia zawodowego [in Polish]
Bromine pentafluoride is a colourless or light yellow liquid. The material has a chemical reactivity similar to that of elemental fluorine. At temperatures above its boiling point, it is a colourless, pungent, and corrosive gas. Contact of the liquid or vapour with the skin or eyes causes painful, deep- seated, long-lasting burns. Relatively short exposures at high concentrations cause serious lung injury similar to that seen in phosgene-exposed individuals (e.g., pulmonary fibrosis, emphysema, atelectasis, bronchitis); lower concentrations cause watering of the eyes and difficulty in breathing within a few minutes. Based on the toxicological analogy of bromine pentafluoride with hydrogen fluoride, the maximum exposure limit (maximum admissible concentration) for bromine pentafluoride has been established at 0.5 mg/m³. Based on the results obtained from clinical studies of human exposure to hydrogen fluoride, a short-term exposure limit of 1 mg/m³ is proposed.
Podstawy i Metody Oceny Środowiska Pracy, 2005, Vol.43, No.1, p.117-127. 10 ref.

CIS 06-132 Sitarek K.
N-Methyl-2-pyrrolidone: Documentation of maximum admissible values for occupational exposure
1-Metylo-2-pirolidon: Dokumentacja proponowanych wartości dopuszczalnych wielkości narażenia zawodowego [in Polish]
N-methyl-2-pyrrolidone (methylpyrrolidinone, NMP) is an industrial solvent. It can be absorbed through the skin. The substance is not mutagenic, genotoxic or carcinogenic but it is embryotoxic, foetotoxic and teratogenic at doses which are non-toxic to the mothers. On the basis that it disturbs prenatal development in more than one animal species, in the Scandinavian countries NMP has been classified in the IB group, which comprises substances probably harmful to human reproduction. Based on the NOAEL value obtained in an experimental study (500 mg/m³) and appropriate uncertainty factors, a TLV of 120 mg/m³ and a short-term exposure level of 240 mg/m³ have been proposed. In addition, notations are suggested for irritation, foetotoxicity and skin absorption.
Podstawy i Metody Oceny Środowiska Pracy, 2005, Vol.43, No.1, p.103-115. 26 ref.

CIS 06-131 Starek A.
(2-Methoxymethylethoxy)propanol: Documentation of maximum admissible values for occupational exposure
(2-Metoksymetyloetoksy)-propanol: Dokumentacja proponowanych wartości dopuszczalnych wielkości narażenia zawodowego [in Polish]
(2-Methoxymethylethoxy)-propanol (dipropylene glycol methyl ether, DGME) is a colourless liquid with low vapour pressure, an ethereal odour and bitter taste. It has relatively low toxicity in humans and laboratory animals. Irritation of the eyes and respiratory tract as well as depression of the central nervous system are recognised as critical effects. No embryotoxic, foetotoxic or teratogenic effects have been found in toxicological studies. On the basis of the no-observed-adverse-effect-level (NOAEL) for irritation obtained from experiments on rats and the appropriate uncertainty factor, the maximum admissible concentration was set at 240 mg/m³. A short-term exposure limit of 480 mg/m³ and irritant (I) notation are recommended.
Podstawy i Metody Oceny Środowiska Pracy, 2005, Vol.43, No.1, p.91-101. 16 ref.

CIS 06-130 Gralewicz S.
Dinitrophenol - mixture of isomers: Documentation of maximum admissible values for occupational exposure
Dinitrofenol - mieszanina izomerów: Dokumentacja proponowanych wartości dopuszczalnych wielkości narażenia zawodowego [in Polish]
Dinitrophenol (DNP) is a mixture of 2,4-DNP and smaller amounts of 2,3-DNP and 2,6-DNP. It is a yellow, crystalline solid. Short-term exposure to DNP may affect metabolism resulting in hyperthermia. High-level exposure may be fatal. The existing data concerning the health effects of 2,4-DNP oral exposure in humans indicate that the characteristic effects of 2,4-DNP for this route are: increased basal metabolic rate and perspiration, weight loss, a sensation of warmth and, at higher dosage, increased heart and respiratory rate, and increased body temperature. Taking into account the results obtained in clinical studies on people ingesting 2,4-DNP (LOAEL for metabolic effects was 1.2 mg/kg/day), a concentration of 0.5 mg of dinitrophenol/m³ is proposed as a maximum exposure limit (maximum admissible concentration) with a skin notation.
Podstawy i Metody Oceny Środowiska Pracy, 2005, Vol.43, No.1, p.67-89. 86 ref.

CIS 06-129 Starek A.
1,1-Dichloro-l-nitroethane: Documentation of maximum admissible values for occupational exposure
1,1-Dichloro-1-nitroetan: Dokumentacja proponowanych wartości dopuszczalnych wielkości narażenia zawodowego [in Polish]
1,1-Dichloro-l-nitroethane (DCNE) is a colourless liquid with an unpleasant odour. It is toxic in laboratory animals. Irritation of the eyes, skin, and upper respiratory tract have been observed. DCNE exerts systemic toxic action on parenchymal organs (lung, liver, kidney, heart) and is mutagenic in Salmonella typhimurium. On the basis of the no-observed-adverse-effect-level (NOAEL) for irritation of the upper respiratory tract from animal experiments and the appropriate uncertainty factor, the maximum admissible concentration (TWA) was set at 30 mg/m³. A short-term exposure limit of 60 mg/m³ and irritant (I) notation are recommended.
Podstawy i Metody Oceny Środowiska Pracy, 2005, Vol.43, No.1, p.57-65. 8 ref.

CIS 06-128 Czerczak S., Lebrecht G.
Chloroacetone: Documentation of maximum admissible values for occupational exposure
Chloroaceton: Dokumentacja proponowanych wartości dopuszczalnych wielkości narażenia zawodowego [in Polish]
Chloroacetone is a colourless to amber liquid with a pungent odour. The acute toxicity of chloroacetone for laboratory animals is high by all routes of administration. The subcutaneous LD50 for the rabbit is 141 mg/kg, and the oral LD50 for the rat is 100 mg/kg. The liquid and vapour phases of chloroacetone are irritating to the eyes, skin and mucous membranes. Based on the human exposure data of an acute irritation study, a ceiling value of 4 mg/m³ has been established. Because chloroacetone has been shown to penetrate the skin in amounts sufficient to induce systemic toxicity, a skin notation is considered appropriate. According to the irritant effect of chloroacetone an additional determination with the letter I has been suggested.
Podstawy i Metody Oceny Środowiska Pracy, 2005, Vol.43, No.1, p.47-55. 11 ref.

CIS 06-167 Threshold limit values for occupational exposure to chemicals in France
Valeurs limites d'exposition professionnelle aux agents chimiques en France [in French]
This article presents a table listing all substances, including carcinogenic substances, for which the ministry in charge of Labour has published occupational exposure limit values (VLEPs), whether they are guidance values (VLs) or mandatory (VRs). Includes an introductory section on monitoring of workplace atmospheres (sampling and analysis, aerosols), permitted values (definitions and objectives, additivity convention, elements and compounds, limitations of occupational exposure values, carcinogens), mandatory values and values recommended by the health insurance fund (CNAM).
Institut national de recherche et de sécurité (INRS), 30, rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France, 2005. 21p. Illus. Bibl.ref. Downloadable version free of charge.
http://www.inrs.fr/inrs-pub/inrs01.nsf/IntranetObject-accesParReference/ND%202098/$File/ND2098.pdf [in French]

CIS 05-401
Health and Safety Executive
EH40/2005 workplace exposure limits
This document provides a list of Workplace Exposure Limits (WELs) for hazardous substances which have been approved by the Health and Safety Commission. It includes tables on approved WELs and biological monitoring guidance values and sections on the following topics: setting exposure limits; applying occupational exposure limits; calculation methods; monitoring exposure; mixed exposures.
HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2005. vi, 74p. Illus. 35 ref. Price: GBP 11.50.

CIS 05-409 Exposure limits at the workplace 2005 [Switzerland]
Grenzwerte am Arbeitsplatz 2005 [in German]
Valeurs limites d'exposition aux postes de travail 2005 [Suisse] [in French]
List of exposure limits at the workplace for 2005 in Switzerland. Contents: definitions of exposure limits for harmful substances; list of exposure limit values (including short-term exposure values); carcinogens and other harmful exposures (carcinogenic nitrosamines, benzo(a)pyrene and aromatic polycyclic hydrocarbons, passive smoking at the workplace, asbestos, mutagens, substances toxic for reproduction, artificial mineral fibres, organic peroxides, inert substances, dust and gases); definition of the biological exposure indices (BEI); biological monitoring of harmful substances; list of BEIs; BEI of carcinogens; admissible threshold values for physical agents at the workplace (ionizing radiations, non-ionizing radiations, noise and vibration, compressed air, infrared radiation). Replaces CIS 03-520.
Suva, Arbeitsmedizin, Postfach, 6002 Luzern, Switzerland, 2005. 144p. Illus.
http://wwwitsp1.suva.ch/sap/its/mimes/waswo/99/pdf/01903-f.pdf [in French]
http://wwwitsp1.suva.ch/sap/its/mimes/waswo/99/pdf/01903-d.pdf [in German]

CIS 03-520 Exposure threshold limits at the workplace 2005 [Switzerland]
Grenzwerte am Arbeitsplatz 2005 [in German]
Valeurs limites d'exposition aux postes de travail 2005 [Suisse] [in French]
List of exposure limits at the workplace for 2005. Definitions of TLVs for the concentration of harmful substances; list of MAC values (including short-term exposure values); list of carcinogens; carcinogenic nitrosamines, passive smoking at the workplace, artificial mineral fibres, organic peroxides, inert substances, dust and gases. Definition of the biological exposure indices (BEI), biological monitoring of harmful substances, list of BEIs, BEI of carcinogens. Admissible threshold values for physical agents at the workplace: ionizing radiations, non-ionizing radiations, noise and vibrations, compressed air, infrared radiation. Replaces CIS 02-1014. The ILO archival copy is that of the 2003 version.
Suva, Gesundheitsschutz, Postfach, 6002 Luzern, Switzerland, 2005. 147p. Illus.
http://wwwitsp1.suva.ch/sap/its/mimes/waswo/99/pdf/01903-f.pdf [in French]
http://wwwitsp1.suva.ch/sap/its/mimes/waswo/99/pdf/01903-d.pdf [in German]

2004

CIS 05-654 Guide for the adjustment of permissible exposure values (PEVs) for unusual work schedules
The joint committee responsible for the revision of Annexe A of the Regulation Concerning the Quality of the Work Environment (Règlement québécois sur la qualité du milieu de travail - RQMT) mandated the IRSST to prepare a guide for the adjustment of time-weighted averages (TWAs) for non-traditional work schedules, using the Institute's research report of 1997 as a starting point and taking into account the committee's suggested modifications. This guide is a result of these efforts. It explains how to adjust the TWAs of each of the substances listed in the RQMT for work schedules other than the traditional one of eight hours per day, five days per week.
Institut de recherche en santé et en sécurité du travail du Québec (IRSST), 505 boul. de Maisonneuve Ouest, Montreal (Quebec) H3A 3C2, Canada, 2nd rev. ed., 2004. 25p. Illus. 11 ref. Price: CAD 4.50. Downloadable version (PDF format) free of charge.
http://www.irsst.qc.ca/files/documents/PubIRSST/T-22.pdf [in English]

CIS 05-398
Ministerio de trabajo y asuntos sociales
Occupational exposure limits for chemicals in Spain in 2005
Límites de exposición profesional para agentes químicos en España 2005 [in Spanish]
This booklet provides a list of chemical substances and their environmental and biological exposure limits in Spain. Includes separate lists of carcinogenic and mutagenic chemicals, sensitizers and exposure limits currently being revised. Also provides explanations of the different types of limits, methods of sampling and analysis and a list of risk phrases.
Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 2004. 216p. 13 ref.
http://www.mtas.es/insht/practice/vlas.htm#presenta [in Spanish]

CIS 04-658 Guide for the correction of permissible levels of exposure (PLE) for non-conventional work schedules - 2nd revised and updated edition
Guide d'ajustement des valeurs d'exposition admissibles (VEA) pour les horaires de travail non conventionnels - 2e édition revue et mise à jour [in French]
This guide contains tables to enable the correction of permissible exposure levels for all substances included in the occupational safety and health regulations of the Canadian Province of Quebec (Règlement sur la santé et la sécurité du travail - RSST) for work schedules other than five days a week, eight hours per day. The guide includes examples of calculations for different categories of substances as well as for different scenarios of non-conventional work schedules.
Institut de recherche en santé et en sécurité du travail du Québec (IRSST), 505 boul. de Maisonneuve Ouest, Montreal (Quebec) H3A 3C2, 2nd rev. ed., Canada, 2004. 25p. Illus. 11 ref. Price: CAD 5.00. Downloadable version (PDF format) free of charge.
http://www.irsst.qc.ca/files/documents/PubIRSST/T-21.pdf [in French]

CIS 04-655 Goyer N., Beaudry C., Bégin D., Bouchard M., Carrier G., Gely O., Gérin M., Lefebvre P., Noisel N., Perrault G.
Impacts of the lowering of the permissible exposure value for formaldehyde - Group 3: Other sectors
Impacts d'un abaissement de la valeur d'exposition admissible au formaldéhyde - Groupe 3: Autres secteurs [in French]
The objective of this study was to assess the number of workers in a variety of industries and sectors in Quebec that would be exposed to excessive formaldehyde concentration levels and the cost of compliance per worker as a function of the various possible threshold limit values under consideration. This specific study was carried out within the framework of a large research programme aimed at evaluating the health and socio-economic impacts of lowering the current maximum permissible exposure value for formaldehyde of 2ppm to one of the values of 1.0, 0.75 or 0.3ppm, either as maximum or 8-hr time-weighted average values. (See also CIS 04-642 to 04-651, CIS 04-653 and CIS 04-654).
Institut de recherche en santé et en sécurité du travail du Québec (IRSST), 505 boul. de Maisonneuve Ouest, Montreal (Quebec) H3A 3C2, Canada, 2004. 97p. 94 ref. Price: CAD 8.56. Downloadable version (PDF format) free of charge.
http://www.irsst.qc.ca/files/documents/PubIRSST/RA12-386.pdf [in French]

CIS 04-654 Goyer N., Beaudry C., Bégin D., Bouchard M., Buissonnet S., Carrier G., Gely O., Gérin M., Gravel R., Hébert F., Lefebvre P., Noisel N., Perrault G., Roberge B.
Impacts of the lowering of the permissible exposure value for formaldehyde - Plastics converting industry
Impacts d'un abaissement de la valeur d'exposition admissible au formaldéhyde - Industrie de la transformation des matières plastiques [in French]
The objective of this study was to assess the number of plastics converting industry workers in Quebec that would be exposed to excessive formaldehyde concentration levels and the cost of compliance per worker as a function of the various possible threshold limit values under consideration. This study was carried out within the framework of a large research programme aimed at evaluating the health and socio-economic impacts of lowering the current maximum permissible exposure value for formaldehyde of 2ppm to one of the values of 1.0, 0.75 or 0.3ppm, either as maximum or 8-hr time-weighted average values. (See also CIS 04-642 to 04-651, CIS 04-653 and CIS 04-655).
Institut de recherche en santé et en sécurité du travail du Québec (IRSST), 505 boul. de Maisonneuve Ouest, Montreal (Quebec) H3A 3C2, Canada, 2004. 52p. Illus. 52 ref. Price: CAD 6.42. Downloadable version (PDF format) free of charge.
http://www.irsst.qc.ca/files/documents/PubIRSST/RA11-386.pdf [in French]

CIS 04-653 Goyer N., Bégin D., Bouchard M., Buissonnet S., Carrier G., Gely O., Gérin M., Lefebvre P., Noisel N., Perrault G., Roberge B.
Impacts of the lowering of the permissible exposure value for formaldehyde - Textile finishing industry
Impacts d'un abaissement de la valeur d'exposition admissible au formaldéhyde - Industrie de finition textile [in French]
The objective of this study was to assess the number of textile finishing industry workers in Quebec that would be exposed to excessive formaldehyde concentration levels and the cost of compliance per worker as a function of the various possible threshold limit values under consideration. This study was carried out within the framework of a large research programme aimed at evaluating the health and socio-economic impacts of lowering the current maximum permissible exposure value for formaldehyde of 2ppm to one of the values of 1.0, 0.75 or 0.3ppm, either as maximum or 8-hr time-weighted average values. (See also CIS 04-642 to 04-651, CIS 04-654 and CIS 04-655).
Institut de recherche en santé et en sécurité du travail du Québec (IRSST), 505 boul. de Maisonneuve Ouest, Montreal (Quebec) H3A 3C2, Canada, 2004. 24p. 26 ref. Price: CAD 5.35. Downloadable version (PDF format) free of charge.
http://www.irsst.qc.ca/files/documents/PubIRSST/RA10-386.pdf [in French]

CIS 04-651 Goyer N., Bégin D., Bouchard M., Buissonnet S., Carrier G., Gely O., Gérin M., Lefebvre P., Noisel N., Pellerin E., Perrault G., Roberge B.
Impacts of the lowering of the permissible exposure value for formaldehyde - Funeral service industry
Impacts d'un abaissement de la valeur d'exposition admissible au formaldéhyde - Industrie des services funéraires [in French]
The objective of this study was to assess the number of funeral service workers in Quebec that would be exposed to excessive formaldehyde concentration levels and the cost of compliance per worker as a function of the various possible threshold limit values under consideration. This specific study was carried out within the framework of a large research programme aimed at evaluating the health and socio-economic impacts of lowering the current maximum permissible exposure value for formaldehyde of 2ppm to one of the values of 1.0, 0.75 or 0.3ppm, either as maximum or 8-hr time-weighted average values (see CIS 04-642 to 04-650 and CIS 04-653 to 04-655).
Institut de recherche en santé et en sécurité du travail du Québec (IRSST), 505 boul. de Maisonneuve Ouest, Montreal (Quebec) H3A 3C2, Canada, 2004. 42p. Illus. 26 ref. Price: CAD 5.35. Downloadable version (PDF format) free of charge.
http://www.irsst.qc.ca/files/documents/PubIRSST/RA9-386.pdf [in French]

CIS 04-650 Goyer N., Bégin D., Bouchard M., Buissonnet S., Carrier G., Gely O., Gérin M., Lefebvre P., Noisel N., Perrault G., Roberge B.
Impacts of the lowering of the permissible exposure value for formaldehyde - Pathology laboratories
Impacts d'un abaissement de la valeur d'exposition admissible au formaldéhyde - Laboratoires de pathologie [in French]
The objective of this study was to assess the number of workers in pathology laboratories in Quebec that would be exposed to excessive formaldehyde concentration levels and the cost of compliance per worker as a function of the various possible threshold limit values under consideration. This specific study was carried out within the framework of a large research programme aimed at evaluating the health and socio-economic impacts of lowering the current maximum permissible exposure value for formaldehyde of 2ppm to one of the values of 1.0, 0.75 or 0.3ppm, either as maximum or 8-hr time-weighted average values (see CIS 04-642 to 04-649, CIS 04-651 and CIS 04-653 to 04-655).
Institut de recherche en santé et en sécurité du travail du Québec (IRSST), 505 boul. de Maisonneuve Ouest, Montreal (Quebec) H3A 3C2, Canada, 2004. 38p. 40 ref. Price: CAD 5.35. Downloadable version (PDF format) free of charge.
http://www.irsst.qc.ca/files/documents/PubIRSST/RA8-386.pdf [in French]

CIS 04-649 Goyer N., Beaudry C., Bégin D., Bouchard M., Carrier G., Gely O., Gérin M., Lefebvre P., Lobo Gutierrez C.L., Noisel N., Perrault G.
Impacts of the lowering of the permissible exposure value for formaldehyde - Foundries
Impacts d'un abaissement de la valeur d'exposition admissible au formaldéhyde - Fonderies [in French]
The objective of this study was to assess the number of foundry workers in Quebec that would be exposed to excessive formaldehyde concentration levels and the cost of compliance per worker as a function of the various possible threshold limit values under consideration. This specific study was carried out within the framework of a large research programme aimed at evaluating the health and socio-economic impacts of lowering the current maximum permissible exposure value for formaldehyde of 2ppm to one of the values of 1.0, 0.75 or 0.3ppm, either as maximum or 8-hr time-weighted average values (see CIS 04-642 to 04-648, CIS 04-650 to 04-651 and CIS 04-653 to 04-655).
Institut de recherche en santé et en sécurité du travail du Québec (IRSST), 505 boul. de Maisonneuve Ouest, Montreal (Quebec) H3A 3C2, Canada, 2004. 56p. Illus. 69 ref. Price: CAD 5.35. Downloadable version (PDF format) free of charge.
http://www.irsst.qc.ca/files/documents/PubIRSST/RA7-386.pdf [in French]

CIS 04-648 Goyer N., Beaudry C., Bégin D., Bouchard M., Buissonnet S., Carrier G., Gely O., Gérin M., Lavoué J., Lefebvre P., Noisel N., Perrault G., Roberge B.
Impacts of the lowering of the permissible exposure value for formaldehyde - Formaldehyde and formaldehyde-based resin manufacturing industries
Impacts d'un abaissement de la valeur d'exposition admissible au formaldéhyde - Industries de fabrication de formaldéhyde et de résines à base de formaldéhyde [in French]
The objective of this study was to assess the number of workers in the formaldehyde and formaldehyde-based resin manufacturing industries in Quebec that would be exposed to excessive formaldehyde concentration levels and the cost of compliance per worker as a function of the various possible threshold limit values under consideration. This specific study was carried out within the framework of a large research programme aimed at evaluating the health and socio-economic impacts of lowering the current maximum permissible exposure value for formaldehyde of 2ppm to one of the values of 1.0, 0.75 or 0.3ppm, either as maximum or 8-hr time-weighted average values (see CIS 04-642 to 04-647, CIS 04-649 to 04-651 and CIS 04-653 to 04-655).
Institut de recherche en santé et en sécurité du travail du Québec (IRSST), 505 boul. de Maisonneuve Ouest, Montreal (Quebec) H3A 3C2, Canada, 2004. 54p. Illus. 18 ref. Price: CAD 6.42. Downloadable version (PDF format) free of charge.
http://www.irsst.qc.ca/files/documents/PubIRSST/RA6-386.pdf [in French]

CIS 04-647 Goyer N., Bégin D., Bouchard M., Buissonnet S., Carrier G., Gely O., Gérin M., Lavoué J., Lefebvre P., Noisel N., Perrault G., Roberge B.
Impacts of the lowering of the permissible exposure value for formaldehyde - Wooden furniture manufacturing industry
Impacts d'un abaissement de la valeur d'exposition admissible au formaldéhyde - Industrie de la fabrication de meubles en bois [in French]
The objective of this study was to assess the number of workers in the wooden furniture manufacturing industry in Quebec that would be exposed to excessive formaldehyde concentration levels and the cost of compliance per worker as a function of the various possible threshold limit values under consideration. This specific study was carried out within the framework of a large research programme aimed at evaluating the health and socio-economic impacts of lowering the current maximum permissible exposure value for formaldehyde of 2ppm to one of the values of 1.0, 0.75 or 0.3ppm, either as maximum or 8-hr time-weighted average values (see CIS 04-642 to 04-646, CIS 04-648 to 04-651 and CIS 04-653 to 04-655).
Institut de recherche en santé et en sécurité du travail du Québec (IRSST), 505 boul. de Maisonneuve Ouest, Montreal (Quebec) H3A 3C2, Canada, 2004. 50p. 35 ref. Price: CAD 5.35. Downloadable version (PDF format) free of charge.
http://www.irsst.qc.ca/files/documents/PubIRSST/RA5-386.pdf [in French]

CIS 04-646 Goyer N., Beaudry C., Bégin D., Bouchard M., Buissonnet S., Carrier G., Gely O., Gérin M., Gravel R., Hébert F., Lavoué J., Lefebvre P., Noisel N., Perrault G., Roberge B.
Impacts of the lowering of the permissible exposure value for formaldehyde - Other wood industries
Impacts d'un abaissement de la valeur d'exposition admissible au formaldéhyde - Autres industries du bois [in French]
The objective of this study was to assess the number of workers in the wood product industries other than furniture and particle-board manufacture in Quebec that would be exposed to excessive formaldehyde concentration levels and the cost of compliance per worker as a function of the various possible threshold limit values under consideration. This specific study was carried out within the framework of a large research programme aimed at evaluating the health and socio-economic impacts of lowering the current maximum permissible exposure value for formaldehyde of 2ppm to one of the values of 1.0, 0.75 or 0.3ppm, either as maximum or 8-hr time-weighted average values (see CIS 04-642 to 04-645, CIS 04-647 to 04-651 and CIS 04-653 to 04-655).
Institut de recherche en santé et en sécurité du travail du Québec (IRSST), 505 boul. de Maisonneuve Ouest, Montreal (Quebec) H3A 3C2, Canada, 2004. 49p. Illus. 28 ref. Price: CAD 5.35. Downloadable version (PDF format) free of charge.
http://www.irsst.qc.ca/files/documents/PubIRSST/RA4-386.pdf. [in French]

CIS 04-645 Goyer N., Beaudry C., Bégin D., Bouchard M., Buissonnet S., Carrier G., Duguay P., Gely O., Gérin M., Hébert F., Lavoué J., Lefebvre P., Noisel N., Pellerin E., Perrault G., Roberge B.
Impacts of the lowering of the permissible exposure value for formaldehyde - Particle-board manufacturing industry
Impacts d'un abaissement de la valeur d'exposition admissible au formaldéhyde - Industrie de la fabrication de panneaux agglomérés [in French]
The objective of this study was to assess the number of workers in the particle-board manufacturing industry in Quebec that would be exposed to excessive formaldehyde concentration levels and cost of compliance per worker as a function of the various possible threshold limit values under consideration. This specific study was carried out within the framework of a large research programme aimed at evaluating the health and socio-economic impacts of lowering the current maximum permissible exposure value for formaldehyde of 2ppm to one of the values of 1.0, 0.75 or 0.3ppm, either as maximum or 8-hr time-weighted average values (see CIS 04-642 to 04-644, CIS 04-646 to 04-651 and CIS 04-653 to 04-655).
Institut de recherche en santé et en sécurité du travail du Québec (IRSST), 505 boul. de Maisonneuve Ouest, Montreal (Quebec) H3A 3C2, Canada, 2004. 97p. Illus. 46 ref. Price: CAD 8.56. Downloadable version (PDF format) free of charge.
http://www.irsst.qc.ca/files/documents/PubIRSST/RA3-386.pdf [in French]

CIS 04-644 Perrault G., Baril M., Lefebvre P.
Impacts of the lowering of the permissible exposure value for formaldehyde - Costs of a respiratory protection programme
Impacts d'un abaissement de la valeur d'exposition admissible au formaldéhyde - Coûts d'un programme de protection respiratoire [in French]
The objective of this study was to calculate the cost to enterprises of a lowering of threshold limit values for formaldehyde to levels that would require the implementation of a prevention plan, the adoption of technical preventive measures and the use of personal protective equipment. Based on hypotheses concerning occupational safety and heath organization, the size of enterprises and the number of exposed workers, the study concludes that the cost per worker would be CAD 656 for the first year and CAD 101 in subsequent years. This specific study was carried out within the framework of a large research programme aimed at evaluating the health and socio-economic impacts of lowering the current maximum permissible exposure value for formaldehyde of 2ppm to one of the values of 1.0, 0.75 or 0.3ppm, either as maximum or 8-hr time-weighted average values (see also CIS 04-642, CIS 04-643, CIS 04-645 to 04-651 and CIS 04-653 to 04-655).
Institut de recherche en santé et en sécurité du travail du Québec (IRSST), 505 boul. de Maisonneuve Ouest, Montreal (Quebec) H3A 3C2, Canada, 2004. 18p. 5 ref. Price: CAD 5.35. Downloadable version (PDF format) free of charge.
http://www.irsst.qc.ca/files/documents/PubIRSST/RA2-386.pdf [in French]

CIS 04-643 Carrier G., Bouchard M., Noisel N., Bonvalot Y, Fradet S.
Impacts of the lowering of the permissible exposure value for formaldehyde - Impacts of formaldehyde exposure on human health
Impacts d'un abaissement de la valeur d'exposition admissible au formaldéhyde - Impacts de l'exposition au formaldéhyde sur la santé humaine [in French]
This study consists of a literature survey on the dose-response relationships between exposure to formaldehyde and the incidence of health effects. Findings indicate that exposures to formaldehyde concentrations below 0.75ppm are unlikely to cause severe or moderate irritation of the eyes, nose or throat. Between 0.75 and 1ppm, 6.3% of subjects may present signs of moderate eye irritation. At formaldehyde concentrations of between 1 and 2ppm, this proportion increases to 10.1%. There is limited data on the carcinogenic effects of formaldehyde. This specific study was carried out within the framework of a large research programme aimed at evaluating the health and socio-economic impacts of lowering the current maximum permissible exposure value for formaldehyde of 2ppm to one of the values of 1.0, 0.75 or 0.3ppm, either as maximum or 8-hr time-weighted average values (see CIS 04-642, CIS 04-644 to 04-651 and CIS 04-653 to 04-655).
Institut de recherche en santé et en sécurité du travail du Québec (IRSST), 505 boul. de Maisonneuve Ouest, Montreal (Quebec) H3A 3C2, Canada, 2004. iii, 120p. Illus. 32 ref. Price: CAD 8.56. Downloadable version (PDF format) free of charge.
http://www.irsst.qc.ca/files/documents/PubIRSST/RA1-386.pdf [in French]

CIS 04-642 Goyer N., Perrault G., Beaudry C., Bégin D., Bouchard M., Carrier G., Gérin M., Lefebvre P., Noisel N.
Impacts of the lowering of the permissible exposure value for formaldehyde
Impacts d'un abaissement de la valeur d'exposition admissible au formaldéhyde [in French]
The objective of this research programme was to evaluate the socio-economic and health impacts of lowering the current maximum permissible exposure level for formaldehyde of 2ppm to one of the values of 1.0, 0.75 or 0.3ppm, either as maximum or 8-hr time-weighted average values. The gains for workers' health and the costs and economic advantages for enterprises were evaluated. An approach combining expertise with a classic industrial hygiene approach was adopted in order to develop a matrix linking activity sectors and formaldehyde exposure concentrations. The addition of data on workstations and emission sources made it possible to consolidate the results obtained by sector, manpower and distribution of exposed workers. This project has also resulted in the acquisition of knowledge on a large number of economic activity sectors in Quebec as well as expertise on the evaluation of occupational health and safety impacts. Results for various sectors of activity are published in a series of reports (see also CIS 04-643 to 04-651 and CIS 04-653 to 04-655).
Institut de recherche en santé et en sécurité du travail du Québec (IRSST), 505 boul. de Maisonneuve Ouest, Montreal (Quebec) H3A 3C2, Canada, 2004. vi, 99p. Illus. 94 ref. Price: CAD 8.56. Downloadable version (PDF format) free of charge.
http://www.irsst.qc.ca/files/documents/PubIRSST/R-386.pdf [in French]

CIS 04-166 Loizou G., Sams C.
Health and Safety Executive
Inter-individual variability in the interpretation of biological monitoring guidance values
The taking into account of individual factors in the setting of occupational exposure standards such as biological monitoring guidance values was studied by investigating the possibility of transferring in vitro measurements of variability in metabolism to the in vivo situation. Generic information on the activity of two enzyme systems considered important in the metabolism of industrial chemicals was investigated by using "probe" substrates. Variability in the activities of cytochromes P450 1A2 and 2E1, and the cytosolic glutathione transferases µ and θ were measured in human hepatocytes, hepatic microsomes and cytosols. Variability in the metabolism of styrene, a chemical of industrial importance, was also measured for comparison. The ability to use in vitro data to simulate in vivo variability was investigated by incorporating in vitro data into a physiologically-based pharmaco-kinetic (PBPK) model for styrene. The results show promise although further development is required to improve the yields of viable cells.
HSE Books, P.O. Box 1999, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2WA, United Kingdom, 2004. iv, 48p. Illus. 94 ref. Price: GBP 10.00. Downloadable version free of charge.
http://www.hse.gov.uk/research/rrpdf/rr190.pdf [in English]

CIS 04-181
Inter-Organization Programme for the Sound Management of Chemicals
OECD initial assessment reports for high-production volume chemicals including screening information data sets (SIDS)
This CD-ROM contains the assessment reports and screening information data for 133 high-volume production chemicals in PDF format. For each chemical, the following data are provided: general substance information; information on exposure and use; physical chemical data; environmental fate and pathways, ecotoxicity data, human health data, including experience with human exposure if available. Where relevant, data on regulatory measures are included. The web browser interface allows the substances to be searched by CAS number or by alphabetical order.
United Nations Environment Programme, 11-13 chemin des Anémones, 1219 Châtelaine, Genève, Switzerland, 2004. CD-ROM.

CIS 03-1824 Occupational exposure limits for chemicals in Spain - 2004
Límites de exposición profesional para agentes químicos en España - 2004 [in Spanish]
This publication lists the occupational exposure limits adopted for chemicals in Spain. Several lists are presented: main list, which provides EINECS and CAS numbers as well as one-day and short-term exposure limits for each substance; classification of carcinogens and mutagens; chemicals for which exposure limits are currently being revised; biological limit values adopted for chemicals, including the biological marker to be measured and the time at which the samples need to be collected; chemicals for which biological limit values are currently being revised; list of chemicals classified by CAS number.
Instituto Nacional de Seguridad e Higiene en el Trabajo, c/Torrelaguna 73, 28027 Madrid, Spain, 2004. 208p. 11 ref.
http://www.mtas.es/insht/practice/vlas.htm [in Spanish]

CIS 03-1799 Riley A.J., Priston R.A, Urbanus J.H.
Chronic toxicity studies on white oils
This report summarizes the results of two two-year chronic toxicity/carcinogenicity studies sponsored by Concawe on petroleum-derived white oils used as food additives. The treatment of rats with mineral white oils for two years with up to 1200mg/kg/day did not result in any findings of biological significance. The findings of mineral hydrocarbon accumulation and inflammatory cell reaction seen in some tissues in these and previous studies are not considered as adverse effects. The NOAEL is considered to be 1200mg/kg/day.
CONCAWE, Madouplein, 1210 Brussels, Belgium, Jan. 2004. iv, 18p. 14 ref.
http://intranet.concawe.org/1/EGMGNBMACPGAEHBPHIBKICHLVEVCBK9Y9YBDG3BDGYW3BY9LTE4Q/CEnet/docs/DLS/Rpt_04-1-2004-00411-01-E.pdf [in English]

CIS 03-1044 Regulations on radiation exposure limits [Bosnia and Herzegovina]
Pravilnik o granicama iznad kojih lica ne smiju biti izložena ozračenju [in Bosnian]
These regulations were issued under the authority of the Act of 14 April 1999 on protection against ionizing radiation (see CIS 00-934). They contain limits of exposure to ionizing radiation for workers below the age of 18, as well as for people working in the presence of potential exposure to ionizing radiation and for the general population.
Službene Novine Federacije Bosne i Hercegovine, 13 Feb. 2004, No.8, p.209-210.

2003

CIS 05-631 Ulm K., Salanti G.
Estimation of the general threshold limit values for dust
The general threshold limit values for dust proposed by the German MAK Commission have been criticized with respect to the statistical methods applied. This paper provides a critical review of methods used for estimating threshold level values and presents results from a new approach: the use of additive isotonic models. Results from this model confirm previous assessments of the general threshold limit value.
International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health, Apr. 2003, Vol.76, No.3, p.233-240. Illus. 34 ref.

CIS 05-672 Jost M., Pletscher C.
Tolerable biological limit values (TBLVs): Changes
Biologische Arbeitsstofftoleranzwerte (BAT-Werte) - Neuerungen [in German]
Valeurs biologiques tolérables (VBT): changements [in French]
Biological monitoring constitutes an important complement to the monitoring of workplace air for evaluating the exposure of workers to harmful substances. The determination of a substance or its metabolites in biological matter allows the estimation of internal loads, taking into account all modes of absorption into the body. Contents of this article on tolerable biological limit values (TBLVs): usefulness of biological monitoring; definition of TBLV; load among occupationally-unexposed populations; list of TBL values; comment on substances for which TBLVs were revised in 2003 (lead and its inorganic compounds, inorganic mercury, aluminium, manganese and its inorganic compounds, styrene, other organic solvents); biological monitoring in the context of medical supervision.
Informations médicales - Medizinische Mitteilungen, Spring 2003, No.74, p.56-66. 8 ref.
http://wwwitsp1.suva.ch/sap/its/mimes/waswo/99/pdf/02869-74-d.pdf [in German]
http://wwwitsp1.suva.ch/sap/its/mimes/waswo/99/pdf/02869-74-f.pdf [in French]

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